Laurie O'Brien

Laurie O'Brien, born on February 16, 1951, in Colorado, is a talented American actress whose career took off in Los Angeles in 1982 with her role in the film "Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann." O'Brien gained widespread recognition for her voice work, particularly as Baby Piggy in the beloved 1980s animated series "Jim Henson's Muppet Babies," which aired from 1984 to 1991. Additionally, she lent her voice to Ivana the mammoth in the animated series "Cro" produced by CTW.

In her on-screen career, O'Brien has made notable guest appearances on several popular television shows, including "Santa Barbara," where she portrayed a hooker, as well as "Trapper John, M.D.," "NYPD Blue," "Matlock," "Chicago Hope," "ER," "CSI," "CSI Miami," "7th Heaven," "Reasonable Doubts," "Shark," "Three Rivers," "Detroit 1-8-7," and "L.A. Law," where she played a significant role as a woman on trial for the murder of her rapist.

Her film credits include a part in "Bottle Shock," where she acted as Christopher Pine's mother. O’Brien has also appeared in TV movies like "The Defiant Ones," "Too Young to Die?," "Infidelity," "Children of the Night," "Convicted," and "One More Mountain." An accomplished stage actress, she has received three prestigious awards for her performances in "Mary Barnes," "Savage in Limbo," and "Times Like These," highlighting her versatility and commitment to the craft of acting.